Hidden gems - Bistros in Milan, Italy not to miss (Updated May, 2024)

Hidden gems: Bistros in Milan

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Milan. This list contains 30 places from Bistro category.

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Pausa Caffè

Cafe

👍👍 Great cappuccino and friendly owners.

$ $$$

5.00 (20 reviews)

Middle Bistrot

Bistro

👍👍 I went there yesterday and I can confirm all the positive comments.😊 I discovered the place by chance and I must say that I was very surprised. The quality of the food is very good. I had some bruschetta with beetroot sauce, rocket and mushrooms and I can say that they were delicious. Also, I had s...

4.90 (75 reviews)

Tommy's Bar

Bar

👍👍 Excellent salads when needing a break from pasta and pizza. Their fruit veggie smoothie with ginger was EXCELLENT! Espresso also top notch. Service was great and owners speak good English. Highly recommend.

4.90 (62 reviews)

Art Cafè

Bistro

👍👍 A great place with tasty, quick dishes. The place is pleasing to the eye and is very clean. Nice service. Brilliant owner. I highly recommend it to a wide clientele.

4.90 (20 reviews)

Faro - Caffe' e cucina

Bistro

👍👍 We celebrated my wife's birthday with a brunch at "Faro - Caffè e cucina". We had a very good time, the food was good and plentiful, the cake prepared by the local girls was excellent. You can see the care and desire to do well. The place is small, so book early. Many vegan/vegetarian choices ava...

4.80 (141 reviews)

Manfredi Milano

Fish restaurant

😠 Be careful when they edit the bill: they put more expensive plates and wines and try to rip you off. ——- EDIT: 14th of July 2023 / Since I cannot directly answer to the owner below, I do it directly in my original comment here. 1) That’s true: I am the person who paid the bill and not the one who...

4.80 (129 reviews)

Oro nero

Cafe

👍 Small bar in the center of Milan, near the Cadorna stop. Excellent croissants and always excellent service

$ $$$

4.80 (57 reviews)

Just Bowl

Espresso bar

4.80 (30 reviews)

Stravagario Bistrot

Fish restaurant

👍👍 We had a really great time at this restaurant. The food was delicious and the personal super nice. We were in a hurry to eat before going to an event, they made it so that we would be on time and even called a taxi for us. Definitely would recommand if you are looking for a good restaurant in Milan!

4.70 (147 reviews)

Salumeria Mazzone

Bistro

👍👍 I was in the 'Salumeria' before the lockdown ... then in this chaos I can only do the review now. I had been aiming for this place for some time because it was particularly attracted to places that combine cuisine with a wine shop. The house specialty is definitely cured meats and cheeses, well org...

4.70 (137 reviews)

Club Davide

Bistro

👍👍 5 stars for a place of the heart. Bar well run by excellent staff. Flavor and service to enjoy. It's like being at home, but there are more cuties. Advise.

$ $$$

4.70 (133 reviews)

Bistrot "Il Monello"

Bistro

👍👍 Amazing lunch spot with reasonable pricing. Owners are very friendly and caring. You should try their pastas❤️

$ $$$

4.70 (85 reviews)

Café Fabrique

Bistro

👍👍 Sweet, welcoming cafe with fresh squeezed orange juice and outdoor seating. Perfect start to our day in Milan.

4.60 (143 reviews)

MIRO - Osteria del Cinema

Restaurant

👍👍 We haven’t seen the garden but inside the place is very nice and atmospheric. We got an aperitivo for 7 people and it was very good and full of various things. The cocktails were a bit too strong, i have to say (all of them, and we ordered different ones). The staff is friendly. Suggest to book in a...

4.60 (142 reviews)

Parsifal Cafė

Bistro

😠 It isn't a pleasent place to have lunch or coffee. It was, but it isn't anymore. Very unpolite people is working there at present time.

4.60 (137 reviews)

Nata a Milano

Bistro

👍👍 Always a lovely place to sit for an aperitivo. The owners are super friendly and helpful and the wines and dishes are really tasty! I would recommend to go here.

4.60 (127 reviews)

Bar Castello Fra & Fra

Bistro

👍👍 Excellent beer, impeccable service....and pleasant environment 👍💯

$$ $$

4.60 (119 reviews)

Bistrot Santa Maria Valle

Bistro

👍👍 Bistro restaurant with quality dishes👌🏻. Very capable and talented staff and owners to offer tasty dishes that reflect the place. 🔝

4.60 (114 reviews)

La Cupola

Bistro

Polished venue beneath a glass dome offering a breakfast buffet, plus lunch, dinner & cocktails.

4.60 (113 reviews)

Rebelot

Bistro

👍👍 A wonderful cafe in Lambrate with friendly service and a great selection of pastries. One of the best coffees I’ve had in the area!

$ $$$

4.60 (91 reviews)

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Hidden gems: Bistros in Milan, Italy